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Location: Fort Worth, Texas Type: Full-Time, On-Site with Travel At Fonroche Lighting America, we’re leading the shift toward off-grid, solar-powered lighting systems that help cities and developers build resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Our retrofit projects replace outdated grid-connected lighting with smart, solar-powered solutions—one streetlight at a time. Risk-Taking – We innovate boldly to drive meaningful change. Commitment – We stand by our mission, customers, and team. Community & Team Spirit – We achieve more when we work together. We are seeking a proactive, highly organized, and hands-on Operations Manager to take full ownership of our solar street lighting projects. This leader will be the bridge between procurement, installation, and long-term system performance. You will identify and onboard top-tier installers, negotiate high-stakes contracts, manage permitting and compliance, oversee installations and warehouse operations, and serve as the primary lead for after-market support and warranty enforcement. We’re seeking a leader who thrives in a fast-moving, execution-focused environment and can confidently manage multiple priorities without losing momentum. The right candidate adapts quickly to change, drives accountability across the team, and holds high performance standards. Lead selection and performance management of subcontractors and vendor partners. Oversee contract negotiations and cost-control initiatives. Mitigate risk through strong agreement oversight and disciplined procurement strategy. Deliver measurable savings through strategic vendor management. Set clear expectations, enforce accountability, and address performance gaps decisively. Build, motivate, and mentor teams of field and operations personnel to achieve high performance. Lead by example as a hands-on operator, demonstrating discipline, efficiency, and results in the field and office. Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across all operations. Project Execution & Logistics Own the full project lifecycle through permitting and deployment, ensuring all projects comply with applicable codes and permitting requirements. Serve as primary liaison with the customer, developers, and other stakeholders. Accelerate timelines to move projects efficiently into the field. Oversee installations and field logistics to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Maintain operational readiness and step into field execution when required, including hands-on support during installations. Performance & Reliability Ensure long-term system uptime through KPI tracking and remote monitoring oversight. Manage warranty enforcement, after-market support, and technician dispatches. Analyze operational data to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement across operational performance and compliance standards. 5+ years of experience in infrastructure project management, construction operations, renewables, or planning, with large-scale installations preferred. ~ Experience managing installations, warehouse, and logistics operations. ~ Hands-on leader comfortable in the field or overseeing KPIs in fast-paced, high-accountability environments. ~ willing to travel up to 25% across the U.Proficient with Excel and project management software (e.g., com, HubSpot). ~ Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, but not required. Medical, Dental, Vision Travel Reimbursement & Field Gear Provided Generous PTO Policy – because work-life balance matters Career Growth Opportunity: Build your field operations experience and grow into a management role Be part of a team transforming how cities light their communities